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The Track and Field Performance PodcastChris Shambrook: How Psychological Preparation Fuels Performance, Confidence, and ResilienceDr. Chris Shambrook, is a renowned expert in performance psychology with over five Olympic cycles of experience. In this episode, Chris shares his journey from earning a PhD in sports psychology to working extensively with British Rowing, Olympic athletes, and high-performance teams across various sports and business settings.We explore the evolving role of sports psychology in elite environments, discussing how athletes and coaches can integrate psychological skills into daily training rather than treating them as separate sessions. Chris explains the challenge vs. threat mindset, the importance of psychological adaptability, and how mental preparation can influence an...
2025-03-011h 14
Science for Sport PodcastMastering Confidence: Secrets of Elite Performancešļø Mastering Confidence: Secrets of Elite Performance
What separates elite performers from the rest? How can you cultivate confidence, resilience, and the mindset to excel under pressure? This week, Richard Graves sits down with Dr. Chris Shambrook, former Team GB rowing psychologist and Performance Director at Planet K2, to uncover the secrets behind high-level success.
From working with Olympic champions like Steve Redgrave to applying psychology in the business world, Dr. Shambrook shares fascinating insights into building confidence, handling egos, and thriving in high-stakes environments. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or professional looking to unlock your full...
2024-12-0931 min
Supporting Champions153: Chris Shambrook on Lessons from Sport and BusinessToday Iām delighted to welcome a legend in the world of sports psychology, Chris Shambrook. With over two decades of experience in high-performance psychology, Chris has worked with elite athletes, including the GB Rowing Team, where heās been pivotal in helping athletes achieve their peak performance on the world stage.
In this episode, we dive into Chrisās unique approaches to mental resilience, the subtle art of supporting champions through their highs and lows, and the practical tools he uses to help athletes maximize their potential. We explore how the mind can be a tool for ex...
2024-11-061h 01
The Sport Psych Show#300 Dan Abrahams (with Dr Chris Shambrook) - What I've Learned About High Performance from Hosting 300 Episodes In this 300th episode I've asked friend of the podcast, Dr Chris Shambrook to speak with me about all things sport psychology. In this conversation, I reflect on what I've learned from speaking with so many fantastic industry leaders over the last 6 years. And Chris is the perfect person to talk with having 25 years of coaching across multiple commercial sectors supporting leaders and performers. Chris also has 6 Olympic Games under his belt with the Great Britain Rowing Team, one of Team GB's most enduringly successful sports. He has an honorary professorship from Staffordshire University and has co-authored...
2024-09-231h 05
Parents in Sport Podcast'A conversation with Chris Shambrook' - The Olympic Games, High Performance and Supporting Young AthletesIn this 'Olympic Special' sports psychology consultant, speaker and author Chris Shambrook joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss the Olympic Games, High Performance and Supporting Young Athletes.During the conversation they discuss amongst other things:Chris' reflections on his Olympic Journey supporting world class performersLife behind the scenes of high performing teamsBeing curious about the information we hear as sports parentsStrategies for helping to support young high performersRecognising every child is different and ensuring co-collaboration with our childrenHelping our children intelligently define failureThe dangers of 'Silver Bullets' of advicePersonal highlights of the Olympics...
2024-08-0147 min
Unfair Advantage PodcastUnfair Advantage Podcast: Chris ShambrookChris Shambrook is the Director of Planet K2 and a psychology consultant for the UK Rowing Team. Chris has deep expertise in working with elite athletes and performers. Learn more about Chris and his work here: https://believeperform.com/author/chrisshambrook/https://www.planetk2.com/team/chris-shambrook/ This is a public episode. If youād like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.joinunfairadvantage.com/subscribe
2022-10-1441 min
CIPDPodcast 177: Motivation - sustaining the energy in your workforceMotivation can be defined as a desire or willingness to do something, but would you be able to tell that your team or an individual is struggling with motivation? Many of us may be feeling tired, overloaded and overworked and while the monotony of heading to the kitchen table can equally take its toll, what is the cost of doing nothing when it comes to tackling the challenges of low motivation?Join our podcast presenter Nigel Cassidy, Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer at People and Transformational HR (PTHR), Chris Shambrook, Director at PlanetK2 and Sally Hopper, HR Director...
2021-11-0230 min
Thereās No āIā in PodcastEp. 42 "Making your best day better" (Guest: Dr. Chris Shambrook)Another massive episode this week that has Sean and Mark talking to Sports Psychologist Dr. Chris Shambrook of Planet K2. Chris has worked with Team GB's rowing team, as well as British cricket teams and the Cambridge Boat Race crew. It's an episode chock full of ideas and takeaways on how to get a team working at peak performance consistently.
In the episode they cover visualising successful performance not just successful outcomes, what acceptable failure and unacceptable success looks like. They also talk about shorting the gap between your best day and your worst, how positive attitude is only useful...
2021-09-241h 23
All About The GameEp 58 : How Olympians think with Elite Sports Psychologist Dr Chris ShambrookDr Chris Shambrook who has worked for several decades with Olympians teach us how Olympians think.Ā
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2021-07-041h 03
The Performance FixNathan AtkinsonLeg 9 of the podcast relay āIf I knew then what I know nowā with Nathan Atkinson, founder of Rethink Food.
Nathan has had a very successful career to date starting in primary school education and youāll hear from his story how he has inspired and changed lives.
Through Rethink Food he is on a mission to remove hunger as a barrier to learning.
2020-07-2754 min
The Performance FixTracy LynchLeg 10 of the podcast relay 'If I knew then what I know now' with Tracy Lynch, head of the Greggs Foundation probably one of Greggs best kept secrets!
The charity does lots of amazing work and aims to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged people. In the early days the charity provided pie suppers to the elderly and now ensures that 36,000 children have breakfast in school breakfast clubs.
Enjoy Tracy's honest thoughts and reflections on the topic of 'If I knew then what I know now'.
2020-07-1750 min
The Performance FixLiam ScullyWe're delighted to have the opportunity to have this conversation with Liam, CEO at Lincoln City Football Club.
Liam has a very successful career to date and he's able to apply his learnings and reflections from "if I knew then what I know now" to enable him to get ever better.
We hope you enjoy this episode with a focus on leadership and the business of sport.
2020-07-0654 min
The Performance FixShaun WestShaun is the current Chairman of C19 National Foresight Group, co-ordinating a Covid-19 cross-government and partnership foresight group, supporting Local Resilience Forums, partners and government in response and recovery.
Having a career interest in Specialist Operations & Major Crime Investigations and very fortunate to have worked in all areas of policing including Response, Community Safety, CID, Intelligence, Professional Standards, Public Protection, Armed & Roads Policing (EMOpSS), Event & Emergency Planning and Local Policing there's lots that comes to mind when Shaun is asked about "If I knew then what I know now".
2020-06-3047 min
2020-06-1955 min
The Performance FixIf I Knew Then What I Know Now - With Caspar BerryIf I Knew Then What I Know Now - With Caspar Berry by PlanetK2
2020-06-1950 min
2020-06-0548 min
The Performance FixIf I Knew Then What I Know Now - With Crista Cullen MBEHaving grown up in rural Kenya, Crista spent her teenage years at boarding school in England, where she found a sense of belonging through sport. Over the next decade she progressed through the ranks of elite hockey. From the lows of failure to qualify for the Athens 2004 Olympics, to the highs of Olympic gold in Rio 2016.
Throughout her athletic career Crista maintained her role in the corporate world ā creating a sense of balance and perspective that was central to her sporting performance.
2020-05-2952 min
The Payments PodcastHigh Performance Survival - Nigel Savory speaks to PlanetK2This episode on the Payments Podcast shares a special episode by PlanetK2, discussing how performance is changing within business leaders during this abnormal time.
Dr. Chris Shambrook - Performance Director at PlanetK2, talks to Nigel Savory - Managing Director of the International Sector of Bottomline Technologies, about learning in the thick of it.
Leaders are currently leading in unprecedented times and in this episode, Chris and Nigel discuss how leaders are reacting and responding to the current changing conditions that weāre all in the middle of right now.
2020-05-2739 minThe Payments PodcastHigh Performance Survival - Nigel Savory speaks to PlanetK2This episode on the Payments Podcast shares a special episode by PlanetK2, discussing how performance is changing within business leaders during this abnormal time.
Dr. Chris Shambrook - Performance Director at PlanetK2, talks to Nigel Savory - Managing Director of the International Sector of Bottomline Technologies, about learning in the thick of it.
Leaders are currently leading in unprecedented times and in this episode, Chris and Nigel discuss how leaders are reacting and responding to the current changing conditions that weāre all in the middle of right now.
2020-05-2739 min
The Performance FixClare Balding - If I knew then what I know nowIn the 2nd leg of the podcast relay Dr Chris Shambrook got the opportunity to ask Clare 'if I knew then what I know now'.
2020-05-2651 min
The Performance FixKatherine GraingerDr Chris Shambrook got the chance to pick Katherine's brain and get her thoughts and reflections on 'if I knew then what I know now'.
An inspirational lady, we hope you enjoy this fascinating conversation.
2020-05-1544 minThe Performance FixHigh Performance Survival - Barry MooreLearning in the thick of it with Barry Moore, VP Global Key Cities at adidas.
Catch up on the conversation and get some insight into what Barry has learned and the leadership challenges he's facing through this difficult and challenging time.
2020-05-1145 min2020-05-0141 min
The Performance FixHigh Performance Survival - Simon SwallowHigh Performance Survival - Simon Swallow by PlanetK2
2020-04-2442 min
The Performance FixHP Survival Episode 5 - Stuart SandemanThe simple power of breath for better health & performance.
In this episode Chris and Stuart, founder of Breathpod talk about using breathing as a tool to make positive transformation. In high performance terms we can use breath to change the way we think, feel, act and operate.
There's huge benefit and a lot to be learned from understanding how we're breathing and how it affects how we feel.
2020-04-1843 min
2020-04-1447 min
The Performance FixHigh Performance Survival - Danielle NorthAs weāre forced to do things a little differently in our lives right now, is it time to think a little differently?
Chris Shambrook and Danielle North, CEO Pause Global talk about the Power of Pause and how you might be able to use this time of working from home to reset some essential habits of self-care and compassion.
2020-04-0640 min
The Performance FixHigh Performance Survival - Nigel SavoryLearning in the thick of it with Nigel Savory, Managing Director of the International Sector of Bottomline Technologies.
Leaders are currently leading in unprecedented times and in this episode Chris and Nigel discuss how leaders are reacting and responding to the current changing conditions that we're all in the middle of right now.
2020-03-2739 min
The Performance FixHP Survival - Lisa BonneyDr Chris Shambrook finds out how things are changing and what mindset and behaviours are helping leaders like Lisa Bonney respond to the changing conditions all around us.
2020-03-2434 min
The Performance FixHelpful thinking tips to combat worry and uncertaintyIn this podcast Adam Morris talks to performance experts Chris Shambrook & Jim Constable to get their expertise and tips on what people can do to try and combat the worry and uncertainty during this challenging time.
2020-03-1327 min
The Performance FixDr Morag Watson - Healthy ObsessionsDr Morag Watson - Healthy Obsessions by PlanetK2
2020-03-1023 min
The Performance FixChantelle Nicholson - Healthy ObsessionsChantelle Nicholson - Healthy Obsessions by PlanetK2
2020-03-1026 min
The Performance FixAisling Byrnes & Safter Salam - Healthy ObsessionsSafter is a hugely talented and multi award winning solicitor and Aisling isĀ one of only a handful of barristers ranked in the top tier of both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners Guide to the Bar.
We had the absolute privilege of interviewing them and getting some insight into their world at our PerformanceFest Healthy Obsessions Lounge event.
Enjoy and be inspired by this fascinating interview, performance decoded by Dr Chris Shambrook.
This audio is also available as a video on The Performance Room https://www.theperformanceroom.co.uk/an-interview-with-safter-salam-aisling-byrnes/
2020-03-1030 min
The Performance FixAbdur-Rahim Jackson - Healthy ObsessionsAbdur-Rahim Jackson is a talented and hugely experienced dancer, choreographer and one of Ramberts Rehearsal Directors.
We had the privilege of interviewing him at our PerformanceFest Healthy Obsessions Lounge event.
Sit back, enjoy and be inspired by Abdur's fascinating interview, performance decoded by Dr Chris Shambrook.
This audio is also available as a video on The Performance Room https://www.theperformanceroom.co.uk/an-interview-with-abdur-rahim-jackson/
2020-03-1024 min
Conversation ReimaginedConversation Reimagined (15) Conversation Reimagined for Performance, with Guest, Keith Hatter, PlanetK2All companies seek ways to encourage and support their employees to deliver peak performance. We often borrow methods, analogies, and terminology from the world of sport and equate it into our businesses. This week, Dr. Andrea talks with an expert in this area, Keith Hatter, founder of U.K. and Australia-based, PlanetK2. Together they will explore the likes of conversations that drive to an outcome, conversations as tools and weapons, conversations with individuals that bring them to deliver peak performance, and the conversations with teams that we aren't having enough of, in order to achieve desired performance.
2020-03-0658 min
The Performance FixIs 2020 the year of mental fitness?Is 2020 the year of mental fitness? by PlanetK2
2020-02-1035 min
The Performance FixPerformance Lounge - Lloyd Davis InterviewLloyd Davies is a bomb disposal expert and Dr Chris Shambrook had the privilege of interviewing him at a PerformanceFest Lounge event.
Enjoy and be inspired by this fascinating interview.
2019-12-1118 min
The Performance FixPerformance Lounge - London Grammar InterviewDan Rothman and Hannah Reid are talented musicians and founding members of the successful band London Grammar and Dr Chris Shambrook had the privilege of interviewing them at our PerformanceFest Lounge event.
Enjoy and be inspired by this fascinating interview.
2019-12-1117 min
The Performance FixPerformance Lounge - Danny Sapani InterviewDanny Sapani is a talented actor and Dr Chris Shambrook had the privilege of interviewing him at a Performance Fest Lounge event.
Enjoy and be inspired by this intriguing interview.
The audio is also available as a video on The Performance Room - www.theperformanceroom.co.uk
2019-12-1122 min
The Performance FixPerformance Lounge - Tom Evens InterviewDr Tom Evens is an outstanding emergency medicine consultant and Dr Chris Shambrook had the privilege of interviewing him at our PerformanceFest Lounge event.
This audio is also available as a video on The Performance Room - www.theperformanceroom.co.uk
2019-12-1119 minThe Performance FixPerformance Conversations - The performance approach to managing timeHuman Performance experts Dr Chris Shambrook, Keith Hatter & Matt Barker talk about the high performance approach to the challenge of making the best possible use of your time.
2019-11-0705 minThe Performance FixPerformance Conversations - The high performance approach to feedbackFeedback is probably almost as misunderstood as Performance.
We have a lot of conversations with people that weāre coaching about the importance of feedback and we spend a lot of time reframing it, in terms of helping people to use it as a tool to make it as helpful as possible.
Human Performance experts Dr Chris Shambrook, Keith Hatter & Matt Barker talk about the high performance mindset approach to feedback.
2019-11-0706 minThe Performance FixPerformance Conversations - Take control of your interviewHuman Performance experts Dr Chris Shambrook, Keith Hatter and Matt Barker talk about how to prepare for an interview.
Interviews are important performance moments, and with the right approach, they can become something you truly look forward to and welcome.
2019-11-0705 minThe Performance FixPerformance Conversations - Managing stress in a performance environmentHuman Performance experts Dr Chris Shambrook, Keith Hatter & Matt Barker talk about managing stress in a performance environment.
2019-11-0707 minThe Performance FixPerformance Conversations - Mental Health in the WorkplaceHuman Performance experts Chris Shambrook, Keith Hatter & Matt Barker talk about mental health in the workplace.
2019-11-0705 minThe Performance FixPerformance Conversations - Talent is not enoughHuman Performance experts Dr Chris Shambrook, Keith Hatter & Matt Barker talk about one of the high performance principles; talent is not enough.
Find out how you can bring this principle to life.
2019-11-0405 min
Brain, Brawn & Business11- Brain, Brawn & Business Podcast - Series 2 Episode 3 with Chris Shambrook from PlanetK2Hereās series 2 episode 3 of the Brain, Brawn & Business podcast. In this episode I talk to Chris Shambrook director of PlanetK2.
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Chris has a wealth of experience in sport and performance where he was the psychologist for GB Olympic rowing, over 22 years across 5 Olympic cycles.
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It was great to hear Chrisās views on human performance and mindset, both as an individual and collaborative. The experience and insight he shared through the early days of his learning at university and lecturing, the years in Olympic sport, through to current day and the different people and businesses across different sectors was so i...
2019-10-251h 42The Performance FixMaking the most of Confidence in TeamsMaking the most of Confidence in Teams by PlanetK2
2019-08-3012 minThe Performance FixKnowing your Confidence PersonalityKnowing your Confidence Personality by PlanetK2
2019-07-0811 min2019-04-2412 minThe Performance FixHelen Glover - The Power of CoachingHelen Glover - The Power of Coaching by PlanetK2
2019-04-0120 min2019-02-2213 minThe Performance Fix#15: How to use goals like elite performersIn episode 15 we talk to our performance coach Jim Constable about setting goals. In the podcast we explore how elite performers use goals, the benefits of goal setting and 2 different ways you can start to use goals.
2019-01-2828 minThe Performance Fix#14: Building a mental health friendly workplace#14: Building a mental health friendly workplace by PlanetK2
2018-10-3035 minThe Performance Fix#13: Focusing on growth and improvement not changeIn episode 13 we talk to our performance coach Jim Constable about the topic of change (growth and improvement). Within the podcast we explore models of change, ways people can manage change and the role you can play within change.
2018-10-1129 minThe Performance Fix#12: Why Employee Engagement is in danger of disappearing up its own arse#12: Why Employee Engagement is in danger of disappearing up its own arse by PlanetK2
2018-08-1038 min2018-07-2426 minThe Performance Fix#10: Angus Jenkins - Building a high performance culture#10: Angus Jenkins - Building a high performance culture by PlanetK2
2018-06-0125 minThe Performance FixPlanetK2 Life Ready Team - Training for AIDS/LifeCycle 2018In this podcast we talk to the PlanetK2 Life Ready Team who are training for the AIDS/LifeCycle 2018. In the podcast we introduce you to our fantastic team and talk to them about the physical and psychological demands.
2018-04-1828 minThe Performance Fix#09: Sophie Radcliffe - Developing Resilience#09: Sophie Radcliffe - Developing Resilience by PlanetK2
2018-04-1825 minThe Performance Fix#08: John Amaechi - The question of fit in an organisationIn episode 8 we talk to psychologist and New York Times best-selling author John Amaechi. We cover a range of topics including teamwork, leadership and the question of fit in an organisation.
2018-03-1229 minThe Performance Fix#07: Leadership is a (worthy) burdenIn episode 7 we talk to Keith Hatter CEO of PlanetK2 about Leadership. The podcast explores challenges leaders face, motivation and what skills and knowledge are needed to be a leader of the future
2018-02-2031 minThe Performance Fix#06: Confidence and resilience, the Emma Wiggs way - learning from a paralympic championIn our latest podcast we talk to Paralympic gold medal winner and six-time World Champion paracanoeist Emma Wiggs MBE. In the episode we talk about the different ways in which Emma mantains and develops her confidence and resilience.
2017-12-0528 minThe Performance Fix#05 Are you fit for work? Learning from the athleteatwork approachIn our latest podcast we talk to our human performance expert Jim Constable about physical readiness. The podcast looks at simple ways in which organisations and individuals can build and maintain physical readiness.
2017-11-1726 minThe Performance Fix#04 Motivation and the 3 ingredients everyone should know aboutIn episode 4 we speak to our human performance expert Dr Chris Shambrook about Motivation. The podcast covers a range of areas including how to develop a helpful motivational climate, the 3Cs, goal setting and tips on motivating yourself.
2017-10-0431 minThe Performance Fix#03 Everyday Coaching - Talking PerformanceIn episode 3 of our podcast series we talk to one of our human performance experts Jim Constable about performance coaching
2017-09-0624 minThe Performance Fix#02 Building a high performance cultureIn our latest podcast we talk to our human performance expert Katherine Bond and Henry Daglish from Bountiful Cow about high performance cultures.
2017-08-0227 min
The Performance Fix#01 Performing Together - Is it always teamwork?Introducing the first PlanetK2 Performance Fix podcast. Within this podcast Adam Morris and Chris Shambrook discuss team performance.
2017-07-0529 min